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Classic Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is a baked dessert featuring a flaky crust filled with a sweet, sticky mixture of pecans, eggs, sugar, and butter. The filling sets into a rich, caramelized consistency with a crunchy, toasted pecan topping. The finished pie has a golden-brown crust and a glossy, nut-studded surface that is both inviting and indulgent.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-made Pie crust store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 4 large eggs beaten lightly
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1.5 cups raw pecan halves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 9-inch Pie Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Rolling pin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan, trimming the edges as needed. Crimp the edges decoratively and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Whisk together until fully blended, creating a smooth, lucent mixture.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, to the sugar mixture, whisking after each addition until the mixture becomes thick and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt; mix until the filling is smooth and shiny.
  5. Sprinkle half of the pecan halves evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Pour the filling gently over the pecans, spreading to distribute evenly.
  6. Arrange the remaining pecan halves on top of the filling in a decorative pattern. Place the pie on the middle rack and bake for 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown with toasted pecans.